What are the main factors that influence a Product Development Project Manager's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

What industry pays the highest salary for Product Development Project Manager?

The Energy & Utilities industry offers the highest average compensation for Product Development Project Manager roles, with salaries approximately 15% above the market median.

How does experience change A Product Development Project Manager's salary?

A Product Development Project Manager's salary grows with experience: a Product Development Analyst IV (7+ years)earns $137,814, a Product Development Analyst V (7-10 years)earns $166,186, a Product Development Project Manager (10+ years)earns $146,809, a Product Development Senior Manager (10+ years)earns $187,037, a Product Development Director (10+ years)earns $228,687,

What are the highest paying states for a Product Development Project Manager?

Product Development Project Manager salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Product Development Project Manager roles are District of Columbia $157,693, California $157,095, Massachusetts $155,001. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Product Development Project Manager roles make?

Salaries for Product Development Project Manager level roles vary by specialization: Product Development Senior Manager: $180,869; Product Development Analyst V: $160,705; Product Research and Development Manager: $145,300; Manager of Technical Product Development: $142,000; Manager of Product Development: $141,970.

Product Development Project Manager Salary in Rhode Island

How much does a Product Development Project Manager make in Rhode Island?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Product Development Project Manager in Rhode Island is $147,666 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $71.

However, a Product Development Project Manager's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $169,956
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $134,649 to $159,333
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $122,798

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Product Development Project Manager Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$159,333	$13,278	$3,064	$77
Average	$147,666	$12,306	$2,840	$71
25th Percentile	$134,649	$11,221	$2,589	$65

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Key Factors That Influence Product Development Project Manager Salaries

A Product Development Project Manager's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Product Development Project Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Product Development Project Manager's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here’s how the average salary grows at different career stages:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $137,814
Early Career (1-2 years): $166,186
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $146,809
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $187,037
Expert (over 8 years): $228,687

Levels	Salary
Product D... Level Product Development Project Manager	$137,814
Product D... Level Product Development Project Manager	$166,186
Product D... Level Product Development Project Manager	$146,809
Product D... Level Product Development Project Manager	$187,037
Product D... Level Product Development Project Manager	$228,687

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How Do Product Development Project Manager Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Product Development Project Managers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $157,693.
California: $157,095.
Massachusetts: $155,001.

District of Columbia $157,693 California $157,095 Massachusetts $155,001 Washington $154,431 New Jersey $154,374 Alaska $154,175 Connecticut $152,210 New York $151,412

Hawaii $148,863 Rhode Island $147,666 Maryland $146,854 Minnesota $145,744 Colorado $145,316 Illinois $145,174 Oregon $144,633 Delaware $144,234

New Hampshire $143,983 Virginia $143,422 Pennsylvania $141,784 Nevada $140,958 North Dakota $140,687 Michigan $140,260 Wisconsin $140,103 Vermont $139,790

Texas $138,921 Maine $138,864 Arizona $138,779 Ohio $138,679 Georgia $137,369 Indiana $136,714 Wyoming $136,586 Utah $136,386

Iowa $136,301 Kansas $135,617 Louisiana $135,418 North Carolina $135,346 Missouri $135,318 Florida $134,763 Montana $134,463 Nebraska $134,179

Kentucky $134,022 South Carolina $133,452 Tennessee $133,096 Idaho $132,954 New Mexico $131,914 Oklahoma $131,686 Alabama $130,846 South Dakota $129,436

Arkansas $128,667 West Virginia $128,254 Mississippi $127,015

Top Paying Cities for Product Development Project Managers

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Adamsville: $149,512
Albion: $148,249
Ashaway: $149,229

Adamsville, RI $149,512 Albion, RI $148,249 Ashaway, RI $149,229 Barrington, RI $147,859 Block Island, RI $148,682 Bradford, RI $149,139 Bristol, RI $148,428 Carolina, RI $148,893

Charlestown, RI $148,947 Chepachet, RI $148,650 Clayville, RI $148,236 Coventry, RI $148,243 West Greenwich, RI $148,652 East Greenwich, RI $148,143 Exeter, RI $148,611 Fiskeville, RI $147,856

Forestdale, RI $148,995 Foster, RI $148,572 Glendale, RI $149,006 Greene, RI $148,767 Greenville, RI $147,913 Harmony, RI $148,103 Harrisville, RI $148,942 Hope, RI $147,948

Hope Valley, RI $149,098 Hopkinton, RI $149,294 Jamestown, RI $148,796 Kenyon, RI $148,874 Little Compton, RI $149,489 Manville, RI $148,444 Mapleville, RI $148,679 Newport, RI $148,945

Middletown, RI $149,011 North Kingstown, RI $148,398 North Scituate, RI $148,105 Oakland, RI $148,840 Pascoag, RI $149,041 Pawtucket, RI $147,638 Central Falls, RI $147,703 Cumberland, RI $148,542

Lincoln, RI $147,851 Portsmouth, RI $148,930 Prudence Island, RI $148,623 Rockville, RI $149,271 Saunderstown, RI $148,706 Shannock, RI $148,883 Slatersville, RI $148,996 Slocum, RI $148,702

Tiverton, RI $149,382 Wakefield, RI $148,833 Kingston, RI $148,776 Narragansett, RI $148,874 Peace Dale, RI $148,814 Warren, RI $148,240 Warwick, RI $147,827 Westerly, RI $149,264

West Kingston, RI $148,823 West Warwick, RI $148,008 Wood River Junction, RI $149,035 Woonsocket, RI $149,004 North Smithfield, RI $148,665 Wyoming, RI $148,883 Providence, RI $147,595 Cranston, RI $147,615

North Providence, RI $147,632 East Providence, RI $147,605 Riverside, RI $147,652 Rumford, RI $147,631 Smithfield, RI $147,930 Johnston, RI $147,682

Product Development Project Manager Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Product Development Project Manager roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 30% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Energy & Utilities and MFG Nondurable sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 15% above the average. In contrast, Product Development Project Manager positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit or Pharmaceuticals typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Product Development Project Manager as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Product Development Project Manager

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Energy & Utilities	$169,816	$82.0	15%
MFG Nondurable	$165,386	$80.0	12%
Aerospace & Defense	$162,433	$78.0	10%
Insurance	$159,480	$77.0	8%
Retail & Wholesale	$156,526	$75.0	6%

Product Development Project Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Product Development Project Manager's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on August 01, 2026

$134,649

Average $147,666/year

$159,333

$11,221

Average $12,306/month

$13,278

$2,589

Average $2,840/week

$3,064

$65

Average $71/hour

$77

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$159,333	$13,278	$3,064	$77
Average	$147,666	$12,306	$2,840	$71
25th Percentile	$134,649	$11,221	$2,589	$65

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